Books with author Lan Samantha Chang

A googly eye is a small and sometimes colorful bit of plastic that spices up children’s playtime. Jam-packed with all sorts of creative ideas, this fun kit describes 101 things to make and do with googly eyes, including cool games, crafts, and amusing tricks. Young ones turn rocks into pets, transform a pair of plain sunglasses into a fashion statement, make friends out of school supplies, put a new twist on the “I spy” game, create real "eyesores," and much more.

Need a new bag or carrying case? There's an easy and inexpensive fix for that. Try making new pouches, tote bags, and other on-the-go items with just a few pieces of fabric. Don't know how to sew? That's no problem. Each activity in this book provides easy step-by-step instructions to make your own travel accessories without every having to pick up a needle and thread.

This fun kit helps children embellish their worlds with beautiful, colorful jewels, featuring 101 sparkly, special, and silly things to do with them. Children create bejeweled bobby pins to jazz up dull hairdos, give their backpacks some pizzazz, transform a pair of shoes into a one-of-a-kind work of art, go royally glam with a tiara and wand. . . in short, upgrade just about anything from boring to bling!

This engaging new title puts you in the director’s chair as you stage your own plays with a delightful collection of farmyard puppets. From the pink pig with a curly tail to the colorful rooster with his array of feathers, these puppets will delight creative young minds. This complete kit comes with all the pieces needed to make six paper puppets, including colorful paper bags, button noses, and googly eyes that bring these characters to life. The easy-to-follow instructions make this activity perfect for little hands. Three original scripts are included, as well as a foldout stage with scenery to perform shows for family and friends. Get out your director’s chair and assemble your cast the show is about to go on!

Hollywood or bust! This fun package lets future glamour girls get dolled up for a stroll down the red carpet with their new friend Amanda. In this made-for-the-movies adventure, they hit the town celebrity-style in a limo, put their handprints in wet cement, and get mobbed by adoring fans. Dress Up: I’m a Movie Star gives imaginative young readers a chance to become a member of Tinsel Town with all the accessories every starlet needs: a feather boa, star-shaped sunglasses, and a faux pearl necklace.

Who's afraid of fire-breathing dragons? In this colorful book, brave young lads and ladies can transform themselves into knights as they join their new friend Gavin on a quest to save Guinevere the dragon from an evil princess. Dress Up: I'm a Dragon Knight gives youngsters the chance to become part of the exciting adventure that unfolds in the colorful storybook. Included is everything they need: a knight's cape, a protective shield, and a dashing foam helmet.

Who's afraid of fire-breathing dragons? In this colorful book, brave young lads and ladies can transform themselves into knights as they join their new friend Gavin on a quest to save Guinevere the dragon from an evil princess. Dress Up: I'm a Dragon Knight gives youngsters the chance to become part of the exciting adventure that unfolds in the colorful storybook. Included is everything they need: a knight's cape, a protective shield, and a dashing foam helmet.

Smart, stylish children are discovering they don’t need a huge allowances to wear designer labels! With a little imagination and this cool new kit, young fashionistas can create totally customized designer tees. Fashion Design Studio T-Shirts comes with all the tips, tools, and inspiration they need, including glue-on jewels, flower buttons, 3-D fabric paint, glitter glue ribbon, stencils and more! This high-style kit also comes with an easy-to-use spiral-bound book filled with more than 15 fun, fashionable projects and inspiring ideas. Mall rats never looked so good.

Girls with the bedroom blahs can spice up their surroundings with this absolutely fabulous My Room kit, a fresh, fun title in the new It’s My Style series. The illustrated workbook helps girls discover their individual style and guides them through 25 easy, step-by-step projects, including a Stained Glass Sun Catcher, a Surf’s Up Desk Set, and an Off-the-Hook Jewelry Box. Included are polka dot fabric, wooden frame, ribbons, self-adhesive foam sheet, jewels, heart stamp, multicolored beads, and beaded trim.

For any teen or tween — whether girl, classic, or diva — My Gadgets is the perfect way add a little pizzazz to a cell phone, iPod carrier, mouse pad, laptop cover, or any other gizmo. In addition to a full-color, 48-page book, the kit comes with faux fur fabric, foil sticker sheets, sequins, jewels, ribbons, and other stylin’ essentials. With more than 28 step-by-step projects — including Super Star Game Player, Beadalicious Cell-Phone Charms, and Rockin’ MP3 Socks — there’s something here to engage and excite every wannabe designer.

16-page storybook engages kids' interest and sparks imaginations.Kids love to pretend, whether it is playing at being a fairy princess, a pirate captain, a movie star, or a knight. Our pretend dress-up and play-along kits are designed to give boys and girls a satisfying interactive play experience. Every box comes complete with an entertaining storybook and a creative costume along the same theme. The storybook and props included with I'm a Movie Star encourage girls to act out their stage dreams in a glamorous, dramatic fashion.